Shewz Thila - North Malé Atoll

Shewz Thila is one of those easy-going North Malé dives, perfect for a relaxed afternoon. The reef plateaus at about 18 metres, making it a comfortable depth for newer divers or those looking for a longer bottom time. We usually find smaller reef sharks cruising the edges and plenty of fusiliers here. It’s a pleasant spot, nothing too dramatic, but always delivers a solid, enjoyable dive.

Location
North Malé Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
4.312500, 73.367800
Type
reef
Maximum Depth
18m
Difficulty
Beginner

Marine Protected Area: K.Giraavaru Kudahaa

Best Time to Dive in North Malé Atoll

The warmest water temperatures in North Malé Atoll occur in April, averaging 30.9°C. The coolest conditions are in January at 28.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.6°C
  • February: 28.9°C
  • March: 29.8°C
  • April: 30.9°C
  • May: 30.1°C
  • June: 29.6°C
  • July: 29.6°C
  • August: 29.6°C
  • September: 29.4°C
  • October: 29.2°C
  • November: 29.3°C
  • December: 29.0°C

Nearby Dive Sites in North Malé Atoll

Nearest Dive Centres to Shewz Thila

Marine Life in North Malé Atoll

Home to 101 recorded species including 42 reef fish, 41 hard corals, 5 sea snails & nudibranchs, 4 seagrass & algae, 3 sharks & rays, 2 sea cucumbers.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Shewz Thila

Based on average water temperature of 29.5°C, currents 10 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 30°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories